The Battle of the Brushes competition is open to students of a recognized make-up school and to those who have graduated 12 months prior to the competition date. Eight competitors will be selected for each competition. Cash and/or prizes will be awarded to first-, second- and third-place winners for each competition. http://www.imats.net/students/

The International Make-Up Artist Trade Show is the make-up world’s biggest gathering. Thousands of make-up artists, exhibitors and enthusiasts discuss, display and collect the best the industry has to offer. Make-up pros from fashion and film (including Oscar, BAFTA and Saturn award winners) provide education and demonstrations at IMATS. www.imats.net

Companies who exhibit at IMATS desire to reach the professional make-up artists who are involved in the beauty, effects, film, TV, print or fashion make-up industries. They seek to network with both the top make-up artists in the world and the up-and-coming talent. In addition, exhibitors use our show as a marketing tool to reach the beauty enthusiast who is passionate about make-up. www.imats.net